Linux Device Driver Engineer

3 days ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India QTIMINDS Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

We are looking for a
Linux Device Driver Engineer
who will be responsible for developing, porting, and optimizing drivers to ensure our hardware works seamlessly with Linux systems. This role involves working closely with hardware teams, supporting board bring-up (BSP), and delivering reliable low-level software solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and port
    Linux device drivers
    to support new hardware platforms, SoCs, and kernel versions.
  • Work on
    Board Support Packages (BSPs)
    to enable hardware bring-up and smooth integration with Linux systems.
  • Debug and resolve
    driver and kernel-level
    issues using industry-standard tools to ensure stability and performance.
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to interpret specifications and translate them into functional drivers.
  • Optimize drivers for efficiency, reliability, and resource utilization across multiple platforms.
  • Maintain and document driver code including APIs, design decisions, and integration steps for long-term use.
  • Contribute to system performance improvements by identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions.
  • Support cross-compilation and
    embedded Linux toolchains
    to ensure compatibility across environments.
  • Participate in code reviews and version control practices to maintain high-quality, secure, and maintainable code.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree
    in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field.
  • 4 to 8 years of professional experience
    in Linux driver development or embedded systems.

Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in
    C/C++ programming
    with a solid understanding of memory management.
  • Hands-on experience with
    Linux device drivers
    (e.g., character, block, network, USB, PCIe, I2C, SPI).
  • Knowledge of
    Linux kernel architecture
    , module programming, and build systems.
  • Experience with
    Board Support Packages (BSPs)
    and hardware bring-up.
  • Understanding of
    device trees, interrupt handling, and DMA
    .
  • Familiarity with
    embedded Linux toolchains
    and cross-compilation.
  • Proficiency in debugging tools such as
    GDB, ftrace, perf, and printk
    .
  • Experience with version control systems, especially
    Git
    .

Preferred Skills

  • Exposure to multiple driver types (networking, storage, multimedia, etc.).
  • Experience with
    Yocto, Buildroot
    , or other embedded Linux environments.
  • Knowledge of
    real-time Linux (RT patches)
    .
  • Scripting ability with
    Python or Bash
    for automation and testing.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.

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